1961 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 480 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
